Collision claims life of a Breaux Bridge woman

A Breaux Bridge woman was killed Friday when her vehicle crossed the roadway and collided with an oncoming pickup truck.

Louisiana State Police Troopers said Maryetta Wyche, 88, was driving north on Louisiana 31 north of Breaux Bridge at 12:15 p.m. when her car crossed the roadway.

The collision occurred on the La. 31 overpass that crosses Interstate 10.

Troopers said Wyche, who was wearing a seat belt, was pronounced dead at the scene. Ray Patin, driver of the pickup, was also wearing a seat belt and sustained moderate injuries and was taken to a local hospital.

Rroutine toxicology samples were obtained and will be submitted to the State Police Crime Lab for analysis.